Matthew Thomas
Higginsville
Summary
Caring Mentor bringing 2 years of experience in related roles. Passionate about working with individuals to support development of abilities and help each develop to full potential. Friendly and personable professional willing to take on any challenge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Trainer/Front Desk Manager
Blue Springs Fitness
04.2023 - Current
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Enhanced gym member satisfaction by providing one-on-one consultations and group training sessions.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
- Boosted personal training revenue by promoting additional services to existing clients.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving concerns during their stay.
- Maintained an organized workspace at the front desk, contributing to a professional atmosphere that welcomed guests upon arrival.
- Established strong rapport with returning guests while building new connections with first-time visitors.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Live-in Mentor
Shelterwood Academy/ Embark Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
COFO Track
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed, and endurance.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
COFO Women’s Basketball
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed, and endurance.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
Assistant Football Coach
Yellville-Summit Football
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed facilities maintenance and pre-game preparation as well as practices and outreach events.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science degree - Psychology
College Of The Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO2022
Associate, Associate of Arts - undefined
Arkansas State University
Mountain Home, AR2019
Skills
- Role Modeling
- Goal Setting
- Life Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Daily living assistance
- Emotional Support
- Goal Planning
- Empathetic Approach
- Self-awareness
Certification
ISSA CPT 2022
NFHS Coaching Track and Field, Missouri 2022
American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification 2022
Affiliations
NFHS Coaches Association 2022
ISSA 2020-Current
References
Becky Mullis
Women's Basketball Head Coach/Associate Professor Of Physical Education
College Of The Ozarks
bmullis@cofo.edu
(417) 718-2102
McKenzie Larkin
Head Track & Field Coach/Director of the Tilmon Fitness Center
College Of The Ozarks
mlarkin@cofo.edu
(417) 229-0759
Clark Gustin
Cotter High School Principal
Cotter High School
(870) 404-2740
Timeline
Personal Trainer/Front Desk Manager
Blue Springs Fitness
04.2023 - Current
Live-in Mentor
Shelterwood Academy/ Embark Behavioral Health
05.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Football Coach
Yellville-Summit Football
05.2021 - 08.2021
Strength and Conditioning Coach
COFO Track
01.2021 - 05.2022
Strength and Conditioning Coach
COFO Women’s Basketball
10.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science degree - Psychology
College Of The Ozarks
Associate, Associate of Arts - undefined
Arkansas State University